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as in dissolution
the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces
the separation of Norway and Sweden into two independent nations in 1905
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2
as in distinction
the state of being kept distinct
the separation of church and state is an important concept in the United States
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as in divergence
a movement in different directions away from a common point
a sudden separation of the herd of deer when they were startled
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as in gap
an open space in a barrier (as a wall or hedge)
the narrow separation between posts in the fence
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as in departure
the act or process of two or more persons going off in different directions
friends who dreaded the inevitable separation after graduation
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Recent Examples of separation
Lionsgate recently completed its separation of its studio business from Starz, the streaming service and premium cable network.
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Brian Welk, IndieWire, 22 May 2025
Shareholders had also proposed that Amazon create a policy ensuring the separation of its CEO and board chair roles.
—Greg Bensinger, USA Today, 22 May 2025
The agreement does not set in stone, on the date of employment separation, the amount of compensation owed.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 May 2025
In a 38-page emergency appeal, U.S. Solicitor General D. John Sauer argued that forcing DOGE to comply with FOIA and submit to discovery would breach the separation of powers and undermine the administration's ability to receive candid internal advice.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
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Brian Welk, IndieWire, 22 May 2025
Shareholders had also proposed that Amazon create a policy ensuring the separation of its CEO and board chair roles.
—Greg Bensinger, USA Today, 22 May 2025
The agreement does not set in stone, on the date of employment separation, the amount of compensation owed.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 May 2025
In a 38-page emergency appeal, U.S. Solicitor General D. John Sauer argued that forcing DOGE to comply with FOIA and submit to discovery would breach the separation of powers and undermine the administration's ability to receive candid internal advice.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for separation
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The breakthrough is the fruit of incredible recent performance in all age groups for the nation of 36 million people, which became independent in 1991 after the dissolution of the USSR.—
Hassan Tayir,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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Why, then, engage language at all? Lijn explained her simultaneous recruitment and dissolution of language as a way to cope with her growing sense that words had become tired and lost any vital force.—
Marina Isgro,
Artforum,
1 June 2025
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Those 30-something passengers represented a surprising demographic distinction for this city mainly known for its long winters, spicy chicken wings and proximity to one of the most popular honeymoon destinations in the country.—
David Allan,
CNN Money,
31 May 2025
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Dylan’s detention has also drawn the condemnation of New York’s governor, who at an unrelated press conference Thursday in Hell’s Kitchen made a distinction between assisting in the removal of people who have been accused of crimes and separating families.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
29 May 2025
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Where and how this divergence occurred was a mystery, until the remains of a person from 7,100 years ago were found in Yunnan, China, according to the study.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2025
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This divergence is shaping up to be a central theme in the larger AI race.—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
19 May 2025
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Their defensemen don’t allow much gap between them and opposing forwards.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2025
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The brand’s bestsellers are the Essential Face Compact, the Lip Compact and the lip pencils, but the gap isn’t a huge one between her other products.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
4 June 2025
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Rittman said Tuesday that though Shawnee police officers spoke to Manny over the phone, the department will continue to investigate Manny and Luca’s departure until officers can make contact with them in person.—
Mike Hendricks,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2025
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Now a trio, following the departure of bassist Max Oleartchik, Big Thief recorded Double Infinity live over the span of three weeks at New York’s Power Station, with longtime collaborator Dom Monks handling production, engineering, and mixing duties.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
3 June 2025
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The crash occurred at 2:35 a.m. on the northbound route, north of Interstate 805, where a vehicle struck the center divider, the California Highway Patrol reported.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 May 2025
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United will also offer center suites that allow couples and traveling companions to sit closer together when the divider is lowered to bed height; currently, center seats don’t let the divider lower to bed height, and there’s a greater distance between the adjoining head areas.—
Chris Dong,
AFAR Media,
13 May 2025
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The former couple split 11 months after welcoming their baby girl in October 2000.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
29 May 2025
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For instance, if the cost of a service is $1,000, and the state and federal government split is 50-50, the state might add a 5% provider tax that would bring the total cost of the service to $1,050.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
29 May 2025
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While serving as a city supervisor, Milk introduced legislation to protect the gay community, including a gay rights ordinance in 1978 to ban discrimination against LGBTQ people in housing or employment.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
4 June 2025
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McBride alleged in a civil lawsuit that her free speech rights were violated and she was subjected to gender discrimination when she was retaliated against for her social media postings.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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“Separation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/separation. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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